Cyprus is embracing the electric vehicle (EV) revolution by integrating small, silent, and efficient electric buses into its public transportation system. Limassol’s public transportation company, EMEL, has added 35 electric mini-buses manufactured by Chinese bus maker Kinlong to its fleet.
George Kyriakou, CEO of EMEL, believes that adopting electric buses is a significant step toward enhancing the company’s image and fulfilling its social responsibility. He stated, “It gives credibility to your social role as public transport in the community that if you have 30 passengers in a bus, it means 30 private cars are not being used. Now the bonus is that this bus will have zero emissions, and that is social responsibility.”
With the ongoing COP28 summit in the United Arab Emirates, global attention is focused on climate action and reducing emissions. Leaders like Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis have emphasized the importance of electrification in communities and cities to achieve net-zero goals. Cyprus’s move to incorporate electric buses aligns with these global efforts and showcases the benefits of electrification at the municipal level.
The adoption of electric buses not only reduces emissions but also promotes a sustainable transportation model. By providing efficient and eco-friendly public transport options, Cyprus is encouraging residents to opt for public transportation over private cars, thereby decreasing traffic congestion and pollution.
As more Asian countries and regions invest in electric transportation, Cyprus serves as an example of successful collaboration with Asian manufacturers. This partnership highlights the critical role that Asian businesses play in the global shift towards sustainable energy solutions.
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Cyprus embraces EV revolution with buses and small cars from China
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